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Children's Explore Centre Daycare - Daycare

3916 118 Avenue NW Edmonton AB T5W 0Z9 · Child Care Facility

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Inspection summary

Children's Explore Centre Daycare - Daycare has been inspected 10 times by Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health) since October 23, 2023. The most recent inspection, on June 18, 2026, recorded 2 infractions.

2 of 10 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there were 2 inspections with 7 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Protecting food from contamination and Pests.

Recent inspections have recorded more infractions than earlier ones, so it is worth reading the latest reports closely.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for the people in care. Higher-risk findings are the ones that could directly make someone sick, and they matter more here because young children, older adults and people who are unwell are more vulnerable to infection.

  • Protecting food from contaminationHigher risk

    This covers how food and supplies are stored and handled: kept covered, off the floor, and away from anything that could contaminate them. Where food is served, raw meat must be kept away from ready-to-eat food, a direct route for salmonella and E. coli.

    Recorded 6 times across 5 separate inspections, most recently on June 18, 2026. For example: Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food, supplies and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on November 22, 2024. For example: Are proper measures being taken to ensure that vermin do not enter or exist in the facility (Critical)?

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be clean and in good repair, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate health risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 20 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on January 15, 2025. For example: Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be made of cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked surface or worn part. They are generally lower risk but show how well the place is maintained.

    Recorded 13 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on May 24, 2026. For example: Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded 12 times across 6 separate inspections, most recently on June 18, 2026. For example: Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?

About this data

These results come from Alberta Health Services (Environmental Public Health), which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

10 inspections

  1. Risk Management Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • Observed tacks being used on the wall in the pre-school room.June 18th, 2026 re-inspection-->>Most but not all tacks were removed.
    • 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
      • The toy storage rooms (off the OSC room), continue to organize these and remove unnecessary items.June 18th, 2026 re-inspection: please continue to organize these rooms.
  2. Monitoring Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • Observed tacks being used on the wall in the pre-school room.
    • 06. Are proper protocols being followed in regards to client care?
      • There is no safety belt on the change pad in the baby room.In the baby room, the change pad is visibly soiled.The liquid hand soap dispenser at the diaper hand wash sink is not properly dispensing soap.
    • 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
      • First Aid Kit supplies were inadequately stocked. Please ensure at least one complete CSA #2 Basic Kit is available for use in the case of an emergency.> Outstanding Jan 15 2025
    • 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
      • Observed dirty toy bins in the OSC room.
    • 25. Are there adequate storage areas sufficient for the operation of the facility?
      • The toy storage rooms (off the OSC room), continue to organize these and remove unnecessary items.
  3. Risk Management Inspection

    8 infractions

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Some separation in the laminate flooring was noted in the OSC room by the washroom/storage area. Please ensure flooring is in good repair and cracks are sealed so the floor is smooth and cleanable.> OUTSTANDING Jan 15 2025
    • 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
      • First Aid Kit supplies were inadequately stocked. Please ensure at least one complete CSA #2 Basic Kit is available for use in the case of an emergency.> Outstanding Jan 15 2025
    • 16. Does the social care facility have adequate lighting?
      • Several of the lights were burned out in the OSC. Replacement required.>Outstanding Jan 15 2025
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Several mats were observed to have exposed foam, which cannot be adequately cleaned and disinfected. Some mats were observed to be visibly dirty. Replacement required.> Some cots provided as replacements. Jan 15 2025.2) The infant crib (labelled retal) had a side panel that was loose. Please secure.> No noted during the inspection.
    • 21. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Critical)?
      • Water temperature at the hand sink in the infant room, preschool room, and men's washroom was measured to be approx. 62C which is too hot. Recommended maximum is 49C. A mixing valve is strongly recommended to control maximum temperatures and reduce risk of legionella.> Water temperature in the mens and ladies washrooms and infant room were measured to be 62C.>Preschool room sink water temperature has a regulator and was satisfactory 29C.
    • 22. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) No hot water was available at the faucet in the ladies washroom (daycare).> Water temperature was measured at approx. 62C which is too hot.2) Water temperature at the bathroom faucets in the OSC were 24.6C (red door) and 15.4C. Please ensure hot and cold potable water is available at all sinks.> Water temperature in the OSC washrooms was measured at 24C3) The faucet in the OSC washroom (by tables) was not properly operational. Repair required.> Corrected. New faucet installed. Jan 15 2025
    • 29. Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (Non-Critical)?
      • 1 )No paper towel was observed to be available in the ladies washroom in the daycare. Please ensure all paper towel is available on a dispenser.> Paper towel was available for hand drying. Nov 22 20242) No bag was available in the waste receptacle in the Mens washroom. Please ensure waste receptacles have bags to maintain sanitary condition.> Corrected Jan 15 2025.3) The mechanical ventilation in the men's washroom in the daycare was not properly operational.> Outstanding Jan 15 2025
    • 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Light covers were missing in the OSC. Replacement required. Please consult PHI for options if light covers are not available.> outstanding Jan 15 20252) The edge of the counter in the Ladies washrooms was exposed wood (both sides). Please finish this area so it is smooth and cleanable.> Outstanding Jan 15 2025
  4. Risk Management Inspection

    12 infractions

    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • The gate to the back corridor, furnace room and bathroom area was not able to be properly secured to prevent entry. Please ensure that the gate is secured to prevent unauthorized access.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Some separation in the laminate flooring was noted in the OSC room by the washroom/storage area. Please ensure flooring is in good repair and cracks are sealed so the floor is smooth and cleanable.
    • 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
      • First Aid Kit supplies were inadequately stocked. Please ensure at least one complete CSA #2 Basic Kit is available for use in the case of an emergency.
    • 16. Does the social care facility have adequate lighting?
      • Several of the lights were burned out in the OSC. Replacement required.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Several mats were observed to have exposed foam, which cannot be adequately cleaned and disinfected. Some mats were observed to be visibly dirty. Replacement required.2) The infant crib (labelled retal) had a side panel that was loose. Please secure.
    • 19. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Critical)?
      • A trampoline was observed in the OSC room. Please remove from use as trampolines are not permitted for regular use.
    • 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
      • Pillows in the OSC appeared dirty. Please ensure pillow cases are being laundered at least once per week or more frequently if required.
    • 21. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Critical)?
      • Water temperature at the hand sink in the infant room, preschool room, and men's washroom was measured to be approx. 62C which is too hot. Recommended maximum is 49C. A mixing valve is strongly recommended to control maximum temperatures and reduce risk of legionella.
    • 22. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) No hot water was available at the faucet in the ladies washroom (daycare)2) Water temperature at the bathroom faucets in the OSC were 24.6C (red door) and 15.4C. Please ensure hot and cold potable water is available at all sinks.3) The faucet in the OSC washroom (by tables) was not properly operational. Repair required.
    • 26. Are proper measures being taken to ensure that vermin do not enter or exist in the facility (Critical)?
      • Cockroaches of various ages from nymph to adult were observed on sticky traps in the baby room and kitchen areas. Some were still alive. Live cockroaches were observed in the kitchen area at the base of the fridge when opened.
    • 29. Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (Non-Critical)?
      • 1 )No paper towel was observed to be available in the ladies washroom in the daycare. Please ensure all paper towel is available on a dispenser.> Paper towel was available for hand drying. Nov 22 20242) No bag was available in the waste receptacle in the Mens washroom. Please ensure waste receptacles have bags to maintain sanitary condition.3) The mechanical ventilation in the men's washroom in the daycare was not properly operational.
    • 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Light covers were missing in the OSC. Replacement required. Please consult PHI for options if light covers are not available.2) The edge of the counter in the Ladies washrooms was exposed wood (both sides). Please finish this area so it is smooth and cleanable.
  5. Monitoring Inspection

    13 infractions

    • 03. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Critical)?
      • The gate to the kitchen was not able to be properly secured to prevent entry into the kitchen area. Please ensure that the gate is secured to prevent unauthorized access.
    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • The gate to the back corridor, furnace room and bathroom area was not able to be properly secured to prevent entry. Please ensure that the gate is secured to prevent unauthorized access.
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Some separation in the laminate flooring was noted in the OSC room by the washroom/storage area. Please ensure flooring is in good repair and cracks are sealed so the floor is smooth and cleanable.
    • 10. Is a properly supplied first aid kit provided and readily available?
      • First Aid Kit supplies were inadequately stocked. Please ensure at least one complete CSA #2 Basic Kit is available for use in the case of an emergency.
    • 16. Does the social care facility have adequate lighting?
      • Several of the lights were burned out in the OSC. Replacement required.
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Several mats were observed to have exposed foam, which cannot be adequately cleaned and disinfected. Some mats were observed to be visibly dirty. Replacement required.2) The infant crib (labelled retal) had a side panel that was loose. Please secure.
    • 19. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Critical)?
      • A trampoline was observed in the OSC room. Please remove from use as trampolines are not permitted for regular use.
    • 20. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Non-Critical)?
      • Pillows in the OSC appeared dirty. Please ensure pillow cases are being laundered at least once per week or more frequently if required.
    • 21. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Critical)?
      • Water temperature at the hand sink in the infant room, preschool room, and men's washroom was measured to be approx. 62C which is too hot. Recommended maximum is 49C. A mixing valve is strongly recommended to control maximum temperatures and reduce risk of legionella.
    • 22. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) No hot water was available at the faucet in the ladies washroom (daycare)2) Water temperature at the bathroom faucets in the OSC were 24.6C (red door) and 15.4C. Please ensure hot and cold potable water is available at all sinks.3) The faucet in the OSC washroom (by tables) was not properly operational. Repair required.
    • 26. Are proper measures being taken to ensure that vermin do not enter or exist in the facility (Critical)?
      • Cockroaches of various ages from nymph to adult were observed on sticky traps in the baby room and kitchen areas. Some were still alive. Live cockroaches were observed in the kitchen area at the base of the fridge when opened.
    • 29. Are washrooms / bathing facilities properly constructed, maintained and supplied (Non-Critical)?
      • 1 )No paper towel was observed to be available in the ladies washroom in the daycare. Please ensure all paper towel is available on a dispenser.2) No bag was available in the waste receptacle in the Mens washroom. Please ensure waste receptacles have bags to maintain sanitary condition.3) The mechanical ventilation in the men's washroom in the daycare was not properly operational.
    • 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
      • 1) Light covers were missing in the OSC. Replacement required. Please consult PHI for options if light covers are not available.2) The edge of the counter in the Ladies washrooms was exposed wood (both sides). Please finish this area so it is smooth and cleanable.
  6. Risk Management Inspection

    0 infractions

  7. Demand Inspection

    0 infractions

  8. Risk Management Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • - Holes and cracks in the exterior foundation of the building. Observed gapping in the playground exterior wall of the childcare facility. Some foaming observed to fill in the gaps
  9. Risk Management Inspection

    5 infractions

    • 04. Are clients at this facility being protected from hazards (Non-Critical)?
      • Preschool Room:- Dangling cord observed within childrens reach- One corner by windows/cubbies have protruding nails coming of the wall
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • -Paint chipping on walls/window sills in various areas throughout the facility- Unfinished corner with protruding nails near the window/cubby area (Preschool Room)
    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • - Holes and cracks in the exterior foundation of the building. Observed gapping in the playground exterior wall of the childcare facility. Some foaming observed to fill in the gaps
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • Preschool Room:- Leg of white table loose- Light brown round table has worn down/chipped table top- Diapering mat in boys washroom does not fit the change table and has some tears/ripping
    • 19. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Critical)?
      • Preschool Room:- Large brown carpet near the kitchen visibly dirty- Red/blue fabric wooden chairs stainedInfant Room:- Fabric chairs visibly stained/soiled
  10. Demand Inspection

    7 infractions

    • 08. Is this facility properly constructed (Non-Critical)?
      • Paint chipping on walls and shelving unit
    • 17. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Critical)?
      • - Laundry (children's bedding, dressup clothing, stuffed toys) taken home by Director to wash every 2 weeks
    • 18. Is the facility and equipment being maintained in a suitable manner (Non-Critical)?
      • Infant Room: No cleaning logs/checklist present
    • 19. Are indoor play areas and equipment sufficient and being properly maintained to ensure client safety (Critical)?
      • - Buildup of dust on various equipment/furniture- Laundry (children's bedding, dressup clothing, stuffed toys) taken home by Director to wash every 2 weeks (must be minimum once a week or more often if required)
    • 21. Is the plumbing system adequate and being properly maintained (Critical)?
      • Preschool/Infant Rooms: Water temperature at handwashing sinks at 62C
    • 31. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Critical)?
      • Arrived 11:45AM. Children were observed eating lunch with all the lights off and nap time melody playing
    • 32. Are general nuisance conditions, other than those noted in other violations, being prevented at this child care facility (Non-Critical)?
      • - Childrens snowsuits and outerwear observed piled up on top of each other on the floor- Illness records not being routinely completed

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